2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Palio | Logan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |